How to Wear 2020’s Pantone Color of the Year: Classic Blue

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The Pantone Color Institute has announced that its 2020 Color of the Year is PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue, a deep blue shade that’s at once comforting and relatable.

We are living in a time that requires trust and faith. It is this kind of constancy and confidence that is expressed by PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue, a solid and dependable blue hue we can always rely on. Imbued with a deep resonance, Classic Blue provides an anchoring foundation. A boundless blue evocation of the vast and infinite evening sky, Classic Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious to expand our thinking; challenging us to think more deeply, increase our perspective and open the flow of communication.

Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute
Color Trends: Fresh Color Combos

Winter is in full force, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t start creating beautiful Classic Blue color combos for Spring and Summer. Take a cue from this color trends chart to see what colors you can combine with Classic Blue.

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Multiple fashion powerhouses such as Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Bethany Williams, Givenchy, and Gucci, have already incorporated Classic Blue into their spring/summer 2020 collections. Also, the trend is already all over the street style scene.

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Classic Blue

Here is some style inspiration on how to style this year’s PANTONE Color of the Year.

Whether you’r looking for a top, pants, skirts, or accessories, this calming blue hue is perfect for choice for Color of the Year.

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Pair a Classic Blue sweater with a stylish pair of denim jeans and a neutral accessories {bag and booties}, and you’ll be on-trend this year.

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Royals like Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, and Queen Letezia, look great in Classic Blue.

Classic Blue for Your Home

This calming blue hue doesn’t have to be reserved just for your wardrobe. Make your house stand-out with a Classic Blue front door, or accessorize your living room with a blue throw blanket or pillows.

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Other ways to incorporate Classic Blue into your home style: update your kitchen with a blue tile backsplash; hang a new blue light fixture above the dining room table; dine in style with blue patterned dishes; decorate with blue-accented artwork; or splurge on some fluffy new blue towels for the bathroom.

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I hope you liked these Classic Blue outfit and home decor ideas. In my opinion, Classic Blue will look awesome when paired with grey, black and white. I can’t wait to try this color trend out for myself.

Now, it’s time for some shopping!

Yours Truly,
Vanessa

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